Because you like Clark Kent in Smallville

Frank West enjoys the adventure that comes from his work. But a zombie outbreak might be a little too much even for him. See them in Dead Rising.

Detective Alec Hardy doesn't let anyone get too close to him. See them in Broadchurch.

When the going gets tough, Rick Grimes gets tougher. It's a very useful trait when the world goes to hell. See them in The Walking Dead.

His murderous megalomania aside, Loki is quite charming. Just don't mention his strapping older brother; he's a tad jealous. See them in Marvel Cinematic Universe.

Both brave and foolhardy, Thomas trusts his instincts above all else. See them in The Maze Runner.

Joel is a hardened, jaded survivor who keeps finding things to fight for. See them in The Last of Us.

This is not a democracy. According to Torrance Shipman, it's a "cheerocracy." See them in Bring It On.

For somebody who won't answer questions, the enigmatic C.C. sure asks a lot of them. See them in Code Geass.

Socialite-turned-runaway-turned-waitress, Rachel Green is the legendary story of riches to rags, trying to work her way up again with the help of her friends. See them in Friends.

Frank N. Furter is just a sweet transvestite with some not-so-sweet plans. See them in The Rocky Horror Picture Show.

Optimus Prime is a shapeshifting sentient robot leading a team of robots to stop evil from taking over. See them in Transformers.